Ceresin
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Ceresin wax, Cerosin, Mineral wax
Synthetic
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Hair Care
Clean
Ceresin. A complex combination of hydrocarbons produced by the purification of ozocerite with sulfuric acid and filtration through bone black to form waxy cakes
CAS #
8001-75-0
Form
Wax
Functions
Antistatic
Binding
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Hair Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Opacifying
Viscosity Controlling
Traditional Use
Developed in the 19th century as a refined wax extracted from mineral ozokerite. Created as a beeswax substitute in cosmetics and salves due to its similar melting properties and superior purity.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR